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Eastertown Of Mayen

Rothiemay, Moray
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Enjoy peace and quiet at this Country house surrounded by rolling hills and woodlands 
  • Ideal base for walking and cycling along coastal paths and forest trails be sure to look out for the dolphins in the Moray Firth
  • Explore the Cairngorms and immerse in the outdoor activities including golfing, water sports and the Speyside Malt Whisky Trail
Property code: CA125

A splendid large family home set in glorious isolation in the Scottish countryside, large enough for two families to share.

Located on a tree-lined country road, with the bustling River Deveron flowing past and surrounded by the rugged rolling hills of beautiful Aberdeenshire, this property is the perfect spot for a Scottish country break. Enjoy the great outdoors and an abundance of exciting pursuits close by, and be sure to bring along the family dogs to enjoy local walking and hiking routes. Sleeping eight guests, this spacious ground floor property is ideally suited to an extended family or group of friends of all ages.

A traditional country style has been maintained in each and every room of this charming property, and original features throughout add to the overall character. Admire the original fireplaces and enjoy the surrounding rugged landscape through large windows. The house has been thoughtfully decorated with a mixture of antique and contemporary furniture and quality soft furnishings, creating a truly homely place to stay.

The entire house is set out on the ground floor, with only three steps leading down to the open-plan sitting and dining room and one step down to one of the bedrooms. This spacious lounge and dining area is the heart of the house, where comfortable sofas crowd around a warming wood burner and make a cosy space to enjoy an evening tipple. Enjoy family meals together at the dining table whilst observing the wonderful, far-reaching views. Dinner can be prepared in the well-equipped kitchen which offers an authentic farmhouse Aga on which to cook. If you don’t fancy setting up the formal dining table, then enjoy a more casual breakfast or lunch in the relaxing TV room. This is a great spot for settling down and watching a film as a group, or enjoying a competitive board game. All four bedrooms are spacious and well furnished, offering plenty of space to unpack clothes or get ready in the morning. A small selection of books can be found on the bedside table in one of the double bedrooms.

Generous both indoors and out, the property also boasts a spacious surrounding garden which extends to approximately half an acre. This fantastic space is fully enclosed by stock proof fencing and offers a large area of lawn and an area of wild woodland. It's a secure spot to let children play or allow pets to let off some steam. Enjoy early evening drinks or fresh morning coffee on the garden furniture. Older kids and teenagers will adore retreating to the external chalet where they’ll find a great hangout area equipped with table tennis as well as a mezzanine level with cushions and a TV.

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 2 twins
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 shower room with WC and 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, Aga, fridge, chest freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • 1 Smart TV, 1 TV, VHS player in the chalet, CD player and radio
  • Woodburner - first bag of logs supplied
  • Garden with wild woodland, fully enclosed by stock proof fencing
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Private water supply
  • Pub and shop 3 miles away
  • Between hall and large sitting room there are 3 steps – hand rail fitted
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Set out on foot to explore the magnificent countryside that lines the River Deveron close to this property. Head into nearby Aberchirder (6 miles) to stock up on supplies or grab a bite to eat at one of the cafes. Otherwise, you could drop by Huntly (10 miles) to sample some local whisky and explore the ancient castle. Head to the coast to walk the scenic coastal path, spend an afternoon dolphin spotting on the Moray Firth (31 miles) or take to the water for surfing. The coastal communities of Banff (15 miles), Sandend (14.5 miles) and Lossiemouth (30 miles) boast pretty harbours, long sandy beaches and tempting eateries, while a ride on the dog-friendly Heritage Railway from Keith (10 miles) to Dufftown (21.5 miles) is perfect for a family outing.

Lee Davies

This property is personally managed by Lee.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jax 6th January 2024

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Cosy property in idyllic location. The opportunity to take my four dogs was a refreshing change and they enjoyed exploring the woodland, which was all securely fenced. A relaxing break for myself and my partner with the experience of cooking on an Aga as a bonus.

Reviewed by Joanne 28th October 2023

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Lovely cottage, clean, homely. Great enclosed garden for dogs. Would stay again

Reviewed by Andrew 30th September 2023

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Cottage is a bit quirky, but this added to the holiday by spotting the various different things on display. It was very roomy, but cosy and comfortable. We loved the Aga! There was a lovely welcome basket, and Janice was very helpful, kindly coming to bring logs and kindling to us on the first night. The garden is secure, and our dog loved explorinRead moreg. Deer were seen and heard in the woods and the owls serenaded us every night. Hide

Reviewed by Ashley 19th August 2023

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Loved every minute, perfect grounds for the doggos

Reviewed by Dawn 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Dayle 8th July 2023

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Absolutely beautiful cottage in an amazing setting. Very well presented and equipped. Internally a little dated but this is not an issue and does not take away from any of the charm the place has. The garden is well kept and presented and although we didn't take advantage of it the outdoor building with the play equipment etc is a great addition. TRead morehe only issue we found was that the sheep had broken some of the fencing and our smaller dogs got through to the adjacent field. Beautiful place Hide

Reviewed by Michelle 3rd June 2023

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Lovely quiet place, we had an amazing week at the cottage, janice should be proud of what she has to offer at her cottage

Reviewed by Robert 1st May 2023

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The cottage was clean and well equipped but furniture very dated .We found the property to be extremely cold. When we arrived the kitchen and breakfast room were very warm but sadly the rest of the house was extremely cold no heating at all on. We had to turn the radiators up full and boost the heating.The radiators only stayed warm for a hour and Read moreyou had to go and re boost. Heating would come on two hours at night and two hours in the morning. Hide

Reviewed by David 11th March 2023

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Fabulous house - isolated, silent, warm, large fenced garden for dogs,

Reviewed by Elspeth 22nd October 2022

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We had a wonderful week at Easter Town. Janice was a fantastic host and had left a lovely welcome pack, including something for the children. The cottage was clean and very well equipped. We did struggle a little with the Aga and heating system but when they were on the cottage was toasty warm. Would recommend for a break with good access to both fRead moreorest and coast. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 13th August 2022

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This is a lovey rural cottage - well equipped, private and peaceful. It is a good place for a larger family or friends to stay and a lot of thought has gone into the comfort of the guests. We would definitely like to stay again.

Reviewed by Katherine 16th July 2022

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Brilliant cottage-much larger than it looks complete with aga and plentiful hot water. Everything we needed and more. Fantastic big garden with woodland too, completely secure with fencing so perfect for kids and dogs. Large 2 level summerhouse that the kids loved. Completely private with no near neighbours. Poor phone signal but good WiFi so not aRead moren issue. We did miss an outside tap and hose as very hot week Great scenic area Flowers chocs and biscuits on arrival were lovely, thank you Janice! Hide

Reviewed by Robert 2nd July 2022

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This is a very comfortable holiday home in a great location - strongly recommended.

Reviewed by Robert 11th June 2022

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Reviewed by Claire 28th May 2022

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A perfect peaceful beautiful home from home.

Reviewed by David 14th May 2022

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Excellent place - lots of room and a really great outdoor space. The two living rooms and the separation of some of the bedrooms from each other is ideal to ensure that you can do your own thing if you want. There is certainly no danger of feeling crowded and there is a great big living room if you are feeling sociable!

Reviewed by Fiona 30th April 2022

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Wonderful house with plenty of space for all four dogs and humans alike!! Fabulous dog friendly garden. Beautiful area. Lovely welcome basket and fresh flowers.very thoughtful and much appreciated so thank you Janice!!!

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